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HBO founder Charles Dolan dies at 98

Charles Dolan, pioneering founder of HBO and Cablevision, dies at 98


Published on 2024-12-29 12:24:02 - MSN
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  • Charles Dolan, who helped pioneer pay television, is dead at 98, according to various reports. He founded HBO and Cablevision, among other businesses.

Charles Dolan, the pioneering founder of HBO and Cablevision, passed away at the age of 98. Dolan was instrumental in transforming the television industry by launching HBO in 1972, which became the first national pay-TV network, fundamentally changing how television was consumed by introducing premium content directly into homes. His vision extended to Cablevision, where he not only expanded cable television services but also ventured into sports with the creation of the New York Knicks and Rangers through Madison Square Garden. Dolan's innovative approach to media and entertainment left a lasting impact, making him a key figure in the evolution of cable television and sports broadcasting. His legacy includes not just the companies he founded but also the broader influence on the industry's business model and content delivery.

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